Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Sofia January 2026 | Expedia.ca [Sofia Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Sofia.dx3235)[Hotels in Sofia](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Hotels.d3235.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Sofia](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Sofia.d3235.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Sofia Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Sofia.d3235.Car-Rental-Guide)[Sofia Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Sofia.d3235.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Sofia ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Sofia Types of activities Where to stay [Sofia travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Sofia.dx3235) ![Sofia](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/507000/507294-sofia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sofia](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/507000/507261-sofia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sofia](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/507000/507322-sofia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sofia](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/507000/507314-sofia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sofia](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/507000/507341-sofia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Sofia Attractions Constantly in search of expanding your horizons and innovative ways to get inspired, you're eager to check out a new destination from top to bottom. You're keen to set course in a new direction. It's not hard to fill an itinerary, because Expedia Canada can connect you with lots of things to do. Reserve your activities now, and the only thing you'll have left to do is pack your suitcase and get excited. Next stop: Sofia! - Book your favourite tours and excursions on Expedia Canada for significant savings, and you'll still have money for a top hotel or decadent meal while you're visiting. The activities in Sofia are not only among the best, but they won't cost an arm and a leg. We have 173 things to do here, and you can make them yours starting at just CA $7 . - Sofia is popular among travellers suchlike yourself. In fact, a good percentage of travellers can't wait for their next holiday to this city to get a taste of local culture and find the top activities. The top activities can earn the interest of even well-versed globetrotters, and one look at our list explains why. Our collection includes a wide range of culturally based tours and opportunities for excitement. With eating excursions like [Small-Group Sofia Food, Heritage & Culture Tour](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/small-group-sofia-food-heritage-culture-tour.a222057.activity-details), there is a huge selection of active options to choose from when you browse through all the options available here at Expedia Canada. Our activities are the best way to organize your trip. It takes a bit of planning to best get the feel for Sofia, especially when you want to include lots of exciting activities. And we realize you're itching to explore every avenue—you're excited to get out and see what life is like for locals. You look forward to checking off the most essential activities around, and a quiet day exploring local neighbourhoods is always time well spent. Book professional area tours on Expedia Canada, and you'll never get lost. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Sofia ### Tours & day trips [See all 157 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Rila Monastery & Boyana Church Tour 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Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49902388/0caa976f-4c3b-46a9-9a10-f9b54156e753.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sofia Small Group City Tour 2h Free cancellation available CA $19 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sofia-small-group-city-tour.a49902388.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Full day Plovdiv](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/541437/62aa49b2-c0e1-41d1-b362-59a273920285.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full day Plovdiv 8h 10/10 5 reviews Free cancellation available CA $40 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-plovdiv.a541437.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Day Tour from Sofia to Skopje, North Macedonia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5208907/b4f95c15-28a8-4082-a338-64cf55c59dee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Day Tour from Sofia to Skopje, North Macedonia 12h 9.8/10 6 reviews Free cancellation available CA $153 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/day-tour-from-sofia-to-skopje-north-macedonia.a5208907.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![From Sofia: Rila Monastery UNESCO Site & Outdoor Mineral Spa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44630799/101d11ab-3050-44ce-ac18-f43414d43bcd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Sofia: Rila Monastery UNESCO Site & Outdoor Mineral Spa 9h Free cancellation available CA $58 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-sofia-borovets-resort-and-thermal-bath-day-trip.a44630799.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Private & Ultimate Sofia 2,5-hour Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1201929/28f909c5-b98f-4c57-87e4-9ccb43f5b9b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private & Ultimate Sofia 2,5-hour Walking Tour 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $31 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-ultimate-sofia-2-5-hour-walking-tour.a1201929.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![7 Rila Lakes and Rila Monastery Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48957944/5149b526-89fd-4021-91bb-5cd1f40ba649.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 7 Rila Lakes and Rila Monastery Tour 11h Free cancellation available CA $119 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/7-rila-lakes-and-rila-monastery-tour.a48957944.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![From Sofia: Serbia and Macedonia Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4734096/55944334-2993-49d8-ac31-8a9da0091fe0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Sofia: Serbia and Macedonia Tour 8h Free cancellation available CA $482 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-sofia-serbia-and-macedonia-trip.a4734096.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Plovdiv, Asen's Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery small group tour with picku...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44866720/0468b6e1-6304-4b07-8e3e-b957650e6cd1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Plovdiv, Asen's Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery small group tour with picku... 10h Free cancellation available CA $153 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/plovdiv-asens-fortress-and-bachkovo-monastery-small-group-tour-with-pickup.a44866720.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 60 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Sofia: Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Full-Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47672049/e7a51b56-561d-4bfa-82fb-58695de3819d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sofia: Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Full-Day Tour 9h+ 9.8/10 8 reviews Free cancellation available CA $32 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-sofia-rila-monastery-and-boyana-church-day-trip.a47672049.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Private & Ultimate Sofia 2,5-hour Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1201929/28f909c5-b98f-4c57-87e4-9ccb43f5b9b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private & Ultimate Sofia 2,5-hour Walking Tour 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $31 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-ultimate-sofia-2-5-hour-walking-tour.a1201929.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Help the hosts: Breadmaking, Yoghurt making and Cattle Keeping](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3488283/4c6d653f-7047-4705-92ce-7fe4e6eef6e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Help the hosts: Breadmaking, Yoghurt making and Cattle Keeping 3h Free cancellation available CA $95 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/help-the-hosts-breadmaking-yoghurt-making-and-cattle-keeping.a3488283.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Private Every Day Sofia Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1201938/39e209e7-1b77-47f4-83e0-c1f8be5aaa08.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Every Day Sofia Walking Tour 4h Free cancellation available CA $31 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-every-day-sofia-walking-tour.a1201938.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Private 2 in 1 Tour: Koprivshtitsa & Plovdiv from Sofia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1201948/2e22b140-1d38-45f5-9d21-a5ce498bf4b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private 2 in 1 Tour: Koprivshtitsa & Plovdiv from Sofia 10h Free cancellation available CA $127 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/combination-tour-koprivshtitsa-and-plovdiv-from-sofia.a1201948.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Private Communist Sofia Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1201909/b1028062-0742-46e8-9741-ef74b430bf1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Communist Sofia Walking Tour 4h Free cancellation available CA $47 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-communist-sofia-walking-tour.a1201909.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Sofia’s Golden Streets: A Self-Guided Audio Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50975864/6eb18970-7037-4231-bcc0-14504da6e766.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sofia’s Golden Streets: A Self-Guided Audio Tour 2h Free cancellation available CA $16 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sofias-golden-streets-a-self-guided-audio-tour.a50975864.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Private City Tour of Sofia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1201922/ebbc889e-1f84-4d72-a3c2-5ed68a38b7c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private City Tour of Sofia 4h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $47 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-city-tour-of-sofia.a1201922.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Sofia Private City Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2681057/8395ecd7-c1f9-4f49-a9e6-19d366b9af13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sofia Private City Tour 3h Free cancellation available CA $218 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sofia-private-city-tour.a2681057.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Sofia’s Centre: 7 millennia of secrets city game](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51257203/3927b4be-eed4-4d3c-a745-deaa28a0884c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sofia’s Centre: 7 millennia of secrets city game 3h Free cancellation available CA $48 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sofias-centre-7-millennia-of-secrets-city-game.a51257203.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 27 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![From Sofia: Serbia and Macedonia Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4734096/55944334-2993-49d8-ac31-8a9da0091fe0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Sofia: Serbia and Macedonia Tour 8h Free cancellation available CA $482 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-sofia-serbia-and-macedonia-trip.a4734096.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Sofia Pub Crawl Tour of The Hidden Unique Bars](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2067639/c550f8cd-bc68-40ac-8d7b-d1fab5e6d048.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sofia Pub Crawl Tour of The Hidden Unique Bars 5h Free cancellation available CA $33 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sofia-pub-crawl-tour-of-the-hidden-unique-bars.a2067639.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Wine Tasting in Heart of Sofia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1079033/cdbb097e-bd00-49f6-a338-133fd1eb0906.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wine Tasting in Heart of Sofia 1h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $49 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wine-tasting-in-heart-of-sofia.a1079033.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Rakia Museum Entrance Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48376037/2e862cc6-5454-49f6-bbcb-6b82b4c1859c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rakia Museum Entrance Ticket Free cancellation available CA $33 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rakia-museum.a48376037.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Sofia Exquisite Wine Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3473405/2d074a68-db12-488b-aa42-bb6d1805c490.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sofia Exquisite Wine Tasting 2h Free cancellation available CA $111 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sofia-exquisite-wine-tasting.a3473405.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Bulgarian Prime Cuts and Wine Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4201940/bcf25797-0436-4c96-b1a2-4530e79bc043.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bulgarian Prime Cuts and Wine Tour 1h CA $76 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bulgarian-prime-cuts-and-wine-tour.a4201940.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Special Selection Bulgarian Wine Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4190677/ad12d56a-e8a7-4f87-9c30-a318945a794a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Special Selection Bulgarian Wine Tasting 1h Free cancellation available CA $76 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/special-selection-bulgarian-wine-tasting.a4190677.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Sofia: Guided Tasting of Local Wines and Cheeses](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48237794/840bb487-d9a3-46cf-a4a3-7222d7440914.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sofia: Guided Tasting of Local Wines and Cheeses 1h Free cancellation available CA $30 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sofia-guided-tasting-of-local-wines-and-cheeses.a48237794.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![3-Hour Private Bulgarian Food Tasting Tour of Sofia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1125259/1276e74b-21e4-4d1f-a99d-072b9aa04edc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 3-Hour Private Bulgarian Food Tasting Tour of Sofia 3h Free cancellation available CA $140 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/3-hour-private-bulgarian-food-tasting-tour-of-sofia.a1125259.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Sofia Private Walking City Tour with Traditional Breakfast](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/850082/45dcf33a-2261-4ddb-8473-ddf826546304.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sofia Private Walking City Tour with Traditional Breakfast 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $129 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sofia-private-walking-city-tour-with-traditional-breakfast.a850082.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 16 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Belogradchik Rocks and Fortress from Sofia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4813180/8679effa-d0c8-492b-8abb-f4433fbec78e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Belogradchik Rocks and Fortress from Sofia 10h Free cancellation available CA $168 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/belogradchik-rocks-and-fortress-from-sofia.a4813180.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Logistics Organisation for Any Trip in Bulgaria](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3473288/384c0b5a-1f00-49f9-9e33-fa28e8d76ce9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Logistics Organisation for Any Trip in Bulgaria 1d Free cancellation available CA $111 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/logistics-organisation-for-any-trip-in-bulgaria.a3473288.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Private Trekking in Rila Mountains and Mt Mousala from Sofia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1201985/9ca02c36-bb43-4ad7-af95-7f6f39f88bf6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Trekking in Rila Mountains and Mt Mousala from Sofia 7h Free cancellation available CA $79 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-trekking-in-rila-mountains-and-mt-mousala-from-sofia.a1201985.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Private Mountain Biking in Vitosha from Sofia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1201971/78a61c16-72fe-43ac-8b5c-8095b8b7824b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Mountain Biking in Vitosha from Sofia 4h Free cancellation available CA $127 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/mountain-biking-in-vitosha-from-sofia.a1201971.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Seeing Unique Bulgarian Breeds of Pets and Privately Tasting Organic Produc...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2064741/9f649b4f-35c6-4c14-8028-2f53ccd64d97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Seeing Unique Bulgarian Breeds of Pets and Privately Tasting Organic Produc... 3h Free cancellation available CA $79 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/seeing-unique-bulgarian-breeds-of-pets-and-privately-tasting-organic-products.a2064741.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Seven Rila lakes - guided day hiking with Waterfall and SPA](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1030491/facd8234-b59a-4c37-ae96-cbf1541a2056.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Seven Rila lakes - guided day hiking with Waterfall and SPA 8h Free cancellation available CA $361 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/seven-rila-lakes-snowshoeing-experience-goritsa-waterfall-and-mineral-springs.a1030491.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Adventure bike tours in Sofia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3278599/b69f982d-87c7-4818-9b50-01f3f43f0f97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Adventure bike tours in Sofia 2h Free cancellation available CA $95 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/adventure-bike-tours-in-sofia.a3278599.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Private Vitosha Mountains Hiking with Black peak & Dragalevtsi Monastery](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1202064/154ad6c5-8ed2-4009-ab9b-35509771206c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Vitosha Mountains Hiking with Black peak & Dragalevtsi Monastery 6h Free cancellation available CA $47 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-vitosha-mountains-hiking-with-black-peak-dragalevtsi-monastery.a1202064.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Private Sofia City Tour by Bike](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1201974/ad4d91fc-a758-4258-87f7-30879be49311.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Sofia City Tour by Bike 3h Free cancellation available CA $63 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-sofia-city-tour-by-bike.a1201974.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![The Seven Rila lakes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/518426/d66ce1d3-bb68-4378-8c57-b724722e0fa0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Seven Rila lakes 10h 7.6/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available CA $40 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-seven-rila-lakes.a518426.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 7 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![From Sofia: Rila Monastery UNESCO Site & Outdoor Mineral Spa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44630799/101d11ab-3050-44ce-ac18-f43414d43bcd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Sofia: Rila Monastery UNESCO Site & Outdoor Mineral Spa 9h Free cancellation available CA $58 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-sofia-borovets-resort-and-thermal-bath-day-trip.a44630799.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Discover Bulgaria with Dance in Sofia, Bulgaria](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1068704/615969eb-3468-4f89-99ee-37480d64f5dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Discover Bulgaria with Dance in Sofia, Bulgaria 1h Free cancellation available CA $36 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/discover-bulgaria-with-dance-in-sofia-bulgaria.a1068704.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Sofia Exquisite Wine Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3473405/2d074a68-db12-488b-aa42-bb6d1805c490.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sofia Exquisite Wine Tasting 2h Free cancellation available CA $111 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sofia-exquisite-wine-tasting.a3473405.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Bulgarian Rose Aromatic Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49899226/d3a41e6e-f338-4d20-a22a-5d165ebfcd41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bulgarian Rose Aromatic Experience 30m Free cancellation available CA $23 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bulgarian-rose-aromatic-experience.a49899226.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![From Sofia: Leisure, SPA & Nature](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47862902/f719eea3-cfb5-4f55-81d1-513f4e80fb3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Sofia: Leisure, SPA & Nature 5h Free cancellation available CA $806 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-borovets-leisure-spa-nature.a47862902.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Bulgarian Food tasting, cullinary-historical tour, Cooking class](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46585958/20ff293f-9903-4382-870d-a8a6e1ca04cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bulgarian Food tasting, cullinary-historical tour, Cooking class 6h Free cancellation available CA $185 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bulgarian-food-tasting-and-cooking-classes.a46585958.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ![Bulgarian Wine and Cheese Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49370735/9977a882-022d-4a32-be40-fa4bc30348f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Bulgarian Wine and Cheese Tasting 1h Free cancellation available CA $31 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/bulgarian-wine-and-cheese-tasting.a49370735.activity-details?&rid=3235&location=Sofia&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Sofia | Number of things to do | 173 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom](/things-to-do/esim-airalo-europe-package-united-kingdom.a46752190.activity-details): CA $7 | | Top 5 things to do | [Sofia: Guided Tasting of Local Wines and Cheeses](/things-to-do/sofia-guided-tasting-of-local-wines-and-cheeses.a48237794.activity-details)[Sofia: Discover Bulgaria with Dance](/things-to-do/sofia-discover-bulgaria-with-dance.a48224234.activity-details)[Sofia Pub Crawl Tour of The Hidden Unique Bars](/things-to-do/sofia-pub-crawl-tour-of-the-hidden-unique-bars.a2067639.activity-details)[Sofia: Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Full-Day Tour](/things-to-do/from-sofia-rila-monastery-and-boyana-church-day-trip.a47672049.activity-details)[Rakia Museum Entrance Ticket](/things-to-do/rakia-museum.a48376037.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Sofia: Guided Tasting of Local Wines and Cheeses](/things-to-do/sofia-guided-tasting-of-local-wines-and-cheeses.a48237794.activity-details)[Sofia: Discover Bulgaria with Dance](/things-to-do/sofia-discover-bulgaria-with-dance.a48224234.activity-details)[Sofia Small Group City Tour](/things-to-do/sofia-small-group-city-tour.a49902388.activity-details)[Sofia: City Monuments Guided Walking Tour with Audio Guide](/things-to-do/sofia-guided-walking-tour-of-sofia.a47929446.activity-details)[Sofia Highlights 2 Hour Sightseeing Walking Tour](/things-to-do/sofia-highlights-2-hour-sightseeing-walking-tour.a49809731.activity-details) | | With kids | [Sofia Small Group City Tour](/things-to-do/sofia-small-group-city-tour.a49902388.activity-details)[Sofia Highlights 2 Hour Sightseeing Walking Tour](/things-to-do/sofia-highlights-2-hour-sightseeing-walking-tour.a49809731.activity-details)[Private Communist Sofia Walking Tour](/things-to-do/private-communist-sofia-walking-tour.a1201909.activity-details)[From Sofia: Rila Monastery UNESCO Site & Outdoor Mineral Spa](/things-to-do/from-sofia-borovets-resort-and-thermal-bath-day-trip.a44630799.activity-details)[Full day Plovdiv](/things-to-do/full-day-plovdiv.a541437.activity-details) | ## What to do in Sofia --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Sofia ![Alexander Nevski Cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/507000/507274-alexander-nevski-cathedral.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alexander Nevski Cathedral 4.5/5(2 reviews) Gaze in awe at this magnificent cathedral and step inside to see a fascinating collection of mosaics, murals and religious icons. [](https://expedia.ca/Alexander-Nevski-Cathedral-Sofia-City-Center.d6097802.Vacation-Attraction) ![National Palace of Culture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/507000/507364-national-palace-of-culture.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Palace of Culture 4.5/5(5 reviews) This impressive castle-like monument is a multipurpose cultural center that hosts art exhibitions, a film festival and concerts by well-known performers. [](https://expedia.ca/National-Palace-Of-Culture-Sofia-City-Center.d6097814.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sofia Central Mineral Baths](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/fec5d4dda121f080cc0dbefde8cfba04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sofia Central Mineral Baths You can find out about the history of Sofia with a stop at Sofia Central Mineral Baths. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Central-Mineral-Baths-Sofia-City-Center.d6097840.Vacation-Attraction) ![Bulgarian Parliament](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/507000/507257-bulgarian-parliament.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bulgarian Parliament 4/5(1 review) Admire the architecture of Bulgaria’s national assembly building and attend a parliamentary session at this elegant government building in Sofia’s city center. [](https://expedia.ca/Bulgarian-Parliament-Sofia-City-Center.d6097806.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mount Vitosha](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/1aeeaf16cb11708e544582517db4fd5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Vitosha 4.5/5(2 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Vitosha during your travels in Sofia. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas. [](https://expedia.ca/Mount-Vitosha-Vitosha-District.d6097834.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ivan Vazov National Theatre](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/507000/507294-sofia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ivan Vazov National Theatre 4.5/5(2 reviews) Sofia’s largest theater combines a fascinating array of art and architecture with a busy schedule of performances by some of Bulgaria’s finest actors. [](https://expedia.ca/Ivan-Vazov-National-Theatre-Sofia-City-Center.d6097820.Vacation-Attraction) ![Vitoshka Boulevard](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/507000/507287-sofia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Vitoshka Boulevard Stroll along the spacious main shopping street of Sofia and enjoy the mix of heritage façades, renowned retailers, leafy trees and lively cafés. [](https://expedia.ca/Vitoshka-Boulevard-Rajon-Triaditsa.d6170818.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sofia Court House](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/507000/507408-sofia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sofia Court House Behind the classical and Byzantine-inspired façade of this elegant, landmark building are rooms where judicial history has played out. [](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Court-House-Sofia.d553248634289805213.Vacation-Attraction) ![Embassy of the Russian Federation](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/6d8b91af1d4ce26acdbedf623bf9d931.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Embassy of the Russian Federation After visiting Embassy of the Russian Federation, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sofia. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.ca/Embassy-Of-The-Russian-Federation-Sofia.d553248627679962366.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Sofia ![Sofia featuring heritage architecture and a house](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/206000/206647-Sofia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sofia City Center 4/5(32 area reviews) Noted for its museums and historic sites, there's plenty to explore in Sofia City Center. Top attractions like Ivan Vazov National Theatre and National Archaeological Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Serdika Station or Lavov Most Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Sofia-City-Center.dx3000660880) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lozenets 4/5(4 area reviews) Unique features of Lozenets include the spas and bars. Make a stop by Sofia Zoo or Borisova Gradina Park while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Lozenets.dx3000660879) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mladost 4/5(4 area reviews) While you're in Mladost, take in top sights like Inter Expo and Congress Center or Winter Palace of Sports, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Mladost 1 or Business Park Station. [](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Mladost.dx553248635974587104) ![Monument to the Liberating Tsar which includes a monument, a square or plaza and a statue or sculpture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81145-Monument-To-The-Liberating-Tsar.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sredets District While visiting Sredets District, you might make a stop by sights like Monument to the Liberating Tsar and Central Military Club. [](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Sredets-District.dx553248635976006865) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/507000/507340-national-museum-of-history.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Vitosha District Vitosha District is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mount Vitosha and Boyana Church. [](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Vitosha-District.dx553248635939577099) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/507000/507259-sofia-court-house.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Rajon Triaditsa If you're spending some time in Rajon Triaditsa, Vitosha Blvd and National Palace of Culture are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Sofia-Rajon-Triaditsa.dx553248635976007013) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Sofia ![Photo by Kelvin Harrison](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0fd0ee8d480577ab2507bbb9914ff17f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Samokov ![Photo by MIJODO](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/004cbfb28a7294fa169ec1a4cd7e50e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Pernik ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sofia worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Sofia? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Sofia? ### Is three days enough to stay in Sofia? ### Is Sofia a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Sofia with kids? > - [Sofia Small Group City Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sofia-small-group-city-tour.a49902388.activity-details) > - [Sofia Highlights 2 Hour Sightseeing Walking Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sofia-highlights-2-hour-sightseeing-walking-tour.a49809731.activity-details) > - [Private Communist Sofia Walking Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-communist-sofia-walking-tour.a1201909.activity-details) > - [From Sofia: Rila Monastery UNESCO Site & Outdoor Mineral Spa](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-sofia-borovets-resort-and-thermal-bath-day-trip.a44630799.activity-details) > - [Full day Plovdiv](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-plovdiv.a541437.activity-details) ### What to do in Sofia for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Sofia? ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Lodging - [Lgbt Friendly Hotels in Sofia-city ](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Sofia-City-LGBT-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d553248635975176955-tLGBTFriendlyHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) - [Sofia-City Hotels ](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Sofia-City.d553248635975176955.Hotel-Destinations) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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